According to the Fortuna Business Travel agency, requests for vacations in Turkey decreased by approximately 45% in the first months of 2016. The new destinations now attracting tourists are Greece, Croatia, Malta, and Spain.
About 30% of Romanians with above-average incomes who preferred Turkey have, starting this year, chosen exotic destinations such as the Dominican Republic, Zanzibar, Bali, Mauritius, Cuba, the Maldives, Seychelles, Kenya, and Costa Rica.
Regarding European destinations, the most spectacular increases were recorded by Malta, Croatia, Italy, and Spain with Mallorca, Tenerife, Costa Brava, Costa Blanca, and del Azahar (Valencia).
Source: Daily Business
Frequently Asked Questions
Why has Romanian interest in vacations in Turkey decreased?
According to Fortuna Business Travel, requests dropped by 45% in early 2016 as tourists shifted toward Europe and exotic locations.
Which European destinations are seeing the highest growth?
Malta, Croatia, Italy, and Spain (including Mallorca and Tenerife) have seen the most significant increases in popularity.
What exotic destinations are high-income Romanians choosing?
High-income travelers are opting for locations such as the Dominican Republic, Zanzibar, Bali, Mauritius, the Maldives, and Seychelles.